People training for Professional Dog Walkers

We’ve all spotted the adverts on Gumtree or Facebook, where a local kid is looking to earn some money by offering a dog walking service. But in the UK, what are the rules and regulations, can they be insured under 18 and at what age CAN someone become a dog walker? (and if you’re in […]

New clients often have puppies who aren’t quite old enough to go on the long, hour-plus walks with your usual groups so most dog walkers start with puppy visits. But what exactly can you do during a puppy visit once all the obvious things have been taken care of? Let’s take a look at the

Every prepared dog walker will have a small first aid kit on them to help them deal with any minor emergencies before getting the dog to a veterinarian if needed. But What do dog walkers carry for bee stings? What are the differences between a bee and a wasp sting and how is the recommended

In addition to taking very careful precautions during extreme weather conditions, it’s also wise to make some adjustments to your vehicle, your routine and your equipment during the warmer weather generally. Let’s take a look at some top warm weather tips from pro dog walkers. Check the dog’s water at home. Either when collecting the

When you’re new to self employment it can be hard to take time off work.Whatever stage your business is at will define what makes this difficult. New business excuses for not taking a holiday Not really working full time hours anywayScared of losing the few clients you haveScared you’ll miss out on booking new clients

A first aid certificate is a must have for any dog walker, from cut paws to seizures, choking to bee stings, it’s best to be prepared for any eventuality. Courses tend to be primarily information based rather than hands-on which makes them ideal for online learning but there are plenty of in-person courses available too